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WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
  3. Remove the throttle body (TB). For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 5.4L (3V) article.
  4. Remove the 3 bolts and position the power steering fluid reservoir aside.
    Fig 1: Removing Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Bolts
    GF0002783Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to GENERATOR AND REGULATOR article.
  6. Remove the upper radiator sight shield.
    Fig 2: Removing Upper Radiator Sight Shield
    GF0002446Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the bolts and position the cooling fan shroud away from the radiator.
    Fig 3: Identifying Cooling Fan Shroud And Retainers
    G03920100Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the special tool.
    Fig 4: Identifying Special Engine Support Tools
    G04647876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. If equipped, remove the 4 bolts and the skid plate.
    Fig 5: Removing Skid Plate Bolts
    GF0002784Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the 4 exhaust manifold-to-catalytic converter nuts.
    Fig 6: Removing Exhaust Manifold-To-Catalytic Converter Nuts
    GF0002651Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the exhaust system support bracket bolts from the crossmember.
    Fig 7: Locating Bolts For Exhaust Hanger
    G03929806Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Loosen the transmission mount nuts.
    Fig 8: Loosening Transmission Mount Nuts
    GF0002652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


  1. Remove the RH engine support insulator nuts and washer.
    Fig 1: Removing RH Engine Support Insulator Nuts And Washer
    GF0002656Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the LH engine support insulator bolt.
    Fig 2: Removing LH Engine Support Insulator Bolt
    GF0002657Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tools, raise the engine.
    Fig 3: Identifying Special Engine Support Tools
    G04647876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.